Train from Richmond, VA, US to Los Angeles, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Richmond to Los Angeles on 6 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Staples Mill Road
Union StationCheapest
Amtrak
Staples Mill Road
Union StationFastest
Amtrak
Main Street Station
Union StationNo tags
Amtrak
Main Street Station
Union StationNo tags
Amtrak
Staples Mill Road
Union StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 18 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £151, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day
2d 18hAverage duration
2282 milesDistance
92kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£151 - £606Average duration2d 18h
92kg CO₂e
Average price£223 - £3,432Average duration3d 6h
334kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Los Angeles, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Richmond to Los Angeles?

    The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Los Angeles start from £223. The average price for this train route is around £440. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Richmond to Los Angeles?

    The average train journey time from Richmond to Los Angeles is 3d 6h, covering a distance of 2273 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 22h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Richmond to Los Angeles route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Los Angeles?

    The earliest train from Richmond to Los Angeles departs at 04:52. And the latest train departs at 12:52.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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01/12
£479
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03/12
£307
04/12
£356
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06/12
£692
07/12
£353
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £307

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Los Angeles, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £307 to £3,015 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £307, which is on 2025-12-03.

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